Polls show tight races in Texas and Michigan Senate contests

2026-09-25

New polling data indicates narrow leads for Democratic candidates in upcoming US Senate races in Texas and Michigan. The Emerson College and The Hill poll reveals slim margins of victory.

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New polling data from Emerson College and The Hill shows narrow leads for Democratic candidates in the Texas and Michigan Senate races. The slim margins indicate that voter sentiment in these contests is fluid.

Key facts

  • James Talarico has a slight advantage in the Texas US Senate race.
  • Abdul El-Sayed is reportedly ahead in the Michigan Senate contest.
  • The leads in both races are described as slim or razor-thin.
  • The poll provides an early snapshot of voter sentiment.
  • Voter preference in both races remains highly fluid.

Source: Guardian · Tech policy

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